This module introduces the key chemical principles, models and vocabulary that underpin our understanding of atomic and molecular structure and chemical bonding. The module includes a practical course in which core chemistry practical and employability skills are taught and practiced.
2.To equip students with basic knowledge of the types of molecular energy levels, the principles of chemical spectroscopy and a basic appreciation of the relationships between molecular structure, energy levels and molecular spectra.
3. To equip students with fundamental chemistry-related practical skills.
4. To equip students with selected generic (employability) skills
Name atomic and molecular orbitals and describe, interpret and illustrate graphical and pictorial representations of atomic and molecular orbitals (between two atoms).
Write ground and excited state electron configurations for atoms and diatomic molecules.
Construct molecular orbitals and simple molecular orbital energy level diagrams for diatomic molecules and selected polyatomic molecules and use them to determine and predict selected molecular properties.
Apply basic principles of chemical spectroscopy to solve standard problems in atomic, infrared and UV-VIS spectroscopy.
Record accurately the purpose, methodology and results of experimental investigations, and data analysis in a professionally maintained laboratory diary.
Communicate the purpose, methodology and results of an experimental investigation, and the interpretation of findings in a word-processed laboratory report.
Demonstrate basic practical chemistry skills and knowledge of basic laboratory safety practices and procedures.
Enter, manipulate and present data with the aid of a computer spreadsheet.
Locate, extract and interpret information from documents, data books and online resources.
Problem Classes (including formative tests) and Workshops: 10 hrs
Pre-Laboratory Sessions: 3 hrs
Practical Classes: 18 hrs
Class Tests: 2 hrs
Independent Study: 95 hrs
Questions will be selected from a 'seen' question bank, but students will not be told in advance which questions will be used.
Formal word-processed laboratory report (1000 words) based on one of the laboratory practicals
Achievement of the objectives of the practical course to a satisfactory standard. Maintenance of a systematic laboratory diary including evidence of pre-laboratory work, achievement of objectives for each practical and awareness of laboratory safety and COSHH risk assessments. Assessment will involve tutor-moderated peer assessment of laboratory diaries at regular intervals.
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